The Bond The bond needs to be returned to the person who has left the property as soon as the lease arrangements have changed. If it is not, then there is limited time to claim it. It may have to be claimed through the NSW Civil and Administrative Tribunal. Social Housing The same options are available if you live in social housing. You can contact your social housing provider to discuss what options they can provide. Financial Support for Housing If you need financial support to maintain your existing tenancy, or establish a new tenancy, you may be able to access government and non- government subsidies and loans for the following:
NSW Housing Contacts
Aboriginal Contact Line - Victim’s Services Link2Home
1800 152 152 (24/7) Statewide homelessness line - call if you have nowhere safe to stay for the night to receive information and referral to Specialist Homelessness Services 1800 656 463 (24/7) Help with police, hospital, AVO, safety planning, local referrals and emergency accommodation 132 111 To report children under 16 years old who have nowhere safe to stay for the night tenants.org.au Tenants' Advice and Advocacy Ser- vices provide free, independent information, advice and advocacy to tenants throughout NSW 1800 422 322 Access to private rental subsidies and loans such as Start Safely and Rental Bond Loan 13 32 20 Information for tenants, landlords and agents on renting
Domestic Violence Line NSW
Child Protection Helpline
Aboriginal Contact Line - Victim’s Services Tenants Advice nd Advocacy Service
DCJ Housing Services
Department of Fair Trading
- Rent - Bond - Moving and furniture - Rent arrears - Property damage - Property safety upgrade
Remember to keep physically active: this helps you to be emotionally positive. Dance, learn juggling, skip, online classes, home-gym, anything!
You can speak to your local DCJ Housing, Specialist Homelessness Service, or Staying Home Leaving Violence service to enquire about specific housing support and financial assistance. You may need support through this process, so please see contacts for details.
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